Postdoctoral Associate

Required Qualification: (as evidenced by an attached resume) Doctoral Degree (or foreign equivalent) in molecular biology, cell biology, or a closely related discipline. Candidates must have defended their PhD within the last 2 years at the time of application. Candidates should have:

• Strong molecular and cellular biology skills.
• A demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
• A strong interest in RNA regulation and mechanisms in podocyte biology and glomerular disease.
• Willingness to work hard and learn new techniques.

Preferred Qualification:

Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience in RNA biology and RNA-based approaches, particularly:

• RIP-seq, CLIP/eCLIP-seq, or related RNA–protein/RNA interaction mapping approaches.
• Bioinformatics approaches.
• Experience with mouse models and/or kidney organoid culture.

Job Description:

If you are a motivated, dedicated and a hard-working scientist, and interested in studying RNA biology in the context of disease, consider applying. We investigate RNA-mediated mechanisms, such as roles of miRNA, lncRNA and RNA processing including splicing and polyadenylation, in podocyte biology, glomerular disease and chronic kidney disease. Our laboratory is part of the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, located on Stony Brook University campus in Long Island, NY. Stony Brook University provides a collaborative environment bringing together fundamental and clinical research, with access to state-of-the-art core facilities in genomics, imaging, flow cytometry, animal experimentation and organoid culture.

The Postdoctoral Researcher will have the privilege to interact closely with the scientists and trainees in the Division and with the broader nephrology, medicine and RNA biomedical research community, including RNA Island Exchange Salon and meetings at Cold Spring Harbor Labs.

The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.

Specific Duties:

• Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research experiments in the field of RNA biology, podocyte biology, glomerular disease and mouse genetics.
• Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writing.
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings.

Special Notes:

The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption. Visit The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to learn more about our postdoctoral community. Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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